Arfian Rivai

Production Supervisor and Metallurgical Engineer with 13+ years of experience in steel manufacturing, furnace operations, production supervision, process optimization, and safety compliance. Proven track record in leading operational teams, improving production efficiency, developing SOPs, supporting plant commissioning activities, and maintaining safe working environments in heavy industrial operations. Experienced in coordinating production, maintenance, quality control, and HSE functions to achieve operational excellence and business objectives.

Production Supervisor at PT Krakatau Osaka Steel (2025-09 – 2026-04)

• Supervised daily production activities to achieve production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinated manpower allocation, equipment utilization, and material availability.
• Monitored production performance and prepared daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Coordinated with Maintenance and Quality Control departments to minimize downtime and production losses.
• Implemented corrective actions and process improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Ensured compliance with company safety regulations and operating procedures.
• Improved production efficiency through workforce optimization and process coordination.
• Reduced production delays by strengthening production planning and material control.
• Consistently achieved production targets while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Reheating Furnace Senior Foreman at PT Krakatau Osaka Steel (2015-08 – 2025-08)

• Managed reheating furnace operations for billet heating before rolling processes.
• Led furnace operators and shift personnel in daily operational activities.
• Monitored combustion systems, temperature profiles, fuel efficiency, and furnace performance.
• Controlled billet charging and discharging operations according to rolling schedules.
• Conducted troubleshooting during operational abnormalities and emergency situations.
• Coordinated preventive maintenance, shutdown, and overhaul activities.
• Ensured compliance with environmental emission standards.
• Participated in commissioning activities for new plant facilities.
• Developed and implemented SOPs for routine operational activities.
• Successfully supported commissioning of new production facilities.
• Developed operational SOPs that improved consistency and safety in furnace operations.
• Maintained stable furnace performance while supporting production requirements.
• Led teams in achieving safe operation of high-temperature industrial equipment.

General Affairs, Procurement & Inventory Control Staff at PT Dongyang Indonesia (2012-12 – 2015-07)

• Managed procurement processes for operational and production-related materials.
• Monitored inventory levels and maintained accurate stock records.
• Coordinated purchasing activities with suppliers and internal departments.
• Prepared inventory reports and procurement documentation.
• Conducted stock reconciliation and inventory audits.
• Ensured timely availability of materials to support operational requirements.
• Assisted in vendor evaluation and procurement cost control activities.
• Improved inventory accuracy through regular stock monitoring and reconciliation.
• Reduced material shortages by enhancing procurement planning and coordination.
• Supported efficient warehouse and inventory management operations.

Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgical Engineering – Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa Indonesia